About the Company
Nearcut is a small, dedicated team focused on creating impactful and maintainable software. We prioritize quality over trends, valuing sustainable growth and customer satisfaction.

Salary Range
$65,000 - $80,000 USD per year (gross), depending on technical skills and experience.

Job Type
Remote worldwide.

Employment Type
Full-time, permanent contract with European benefits, including a six-month probation period.

Job Description
We are seeking a Senior Full Stack Developer to join the Nearcut team. You will collaborate closely with our technical founder and team members to deliver high-quality features that will impact millions of users. The role involves developing software in the Rails way, with a strong emphasis on Test Driven Development (TDD) and sustainable coding practices.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement new features using TDD and adhering to best practices.
• Review and refactor code to maintain high-quality standards.
• Build View Components using HTML, CSS, and Stimulus.
• Perform code reviews and provide constructive feedback to colleagues.
• Follow the company’s Rails development style and principles.
• Investigate and resolve bugs (rare due to comprehensive test coverage).
• Plan and execute tasks with a focus on customer feedback.

Tech Stack

• Backend: Ruby 3.0, Ruby on Rails 6.1 (soon upgrading), MySQL.
• Frontend: Stimulus, custom View Component system using GitHub gem.
• Additional Tools: RSpec, Docker Compose, Rubocop, BEM for CSS.

Candidate Requirements

• At least 7 years of experience working with Ruby on Rails.
• Proficient in Test Driven Development (TDD).
• Experience with Stimulus and writing clean HTML/CSS.
• Passionate about object-oriented software development.
• Confident in implementing full-stack features independently.
• Comfortable owning and managing your code in production.
• Interest in learning and applying best practices.
• Experience in startups is a plus.

Working Conditions

• Remote-first: Work from anywhere with flexible hours.
• Close-knit team: Supportive and collaborative environment.
• Sustainable growth: No external investors, fully focused on customer satisfaction.

Benefits:

• 33 flexible holidays per year.
• Competitive salary aligned with skills and performance.
• Great customer feedback and a culture that values your contributions.
• Opportunities for skill development and career growth.

Application Process

• Deadline: Applications close at 15:00 UTC on Monday, 6th January 2025.